Pride played a big part in our choice for the Philly Temps Employee of the Month for September, 2019. Not only are we proud of the stellar way Christine T. represents us when she is on assignment, but she is proud to represent the city she calls home. Her skills seem as varied as the many neighborhoods in the city she loves, and her ability to dive right in to any situation in an effort to get the job done makes her a favorite among staff and clients alike.

Anyone would be lucky to be working with her, but for now, you can read more about here below.

Employee of the Month September 2019

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Christine T. (CT): South Philly born and raised!

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

CT: I have a diverse background and worked in many different neighborhoods and businesses in Philadelphia, including Italian restaurants on Passyunk Avenue, in Passyunk Square, professional offices atop of Liberty One and Comcast Center in Center City, and, hair salons in South Philly. Presently, my focus is helping executives succeed in starting their business ventures. I’m so proud of my city and seeing it grow along with all the new businesses is very exciting.

PT: How did you hear about Philly Temps?

CT: After googling PhillyTemps and reading their outstanding reviews, I decided to give them a shot. Stefanie D. is such a great recruiter and is so thoughtful and personable. Choosing Philly Temps was a great decision for me and I’m proud to be working with them.

CT: My most memorable occasion with Philly Temps was Stefanie walking over cookies to me for Administrative Professionals Day on Wednesday, April 24 of this year.

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

CT: There are so many new and cool places to work in Philly so my career goals are continuing to be technologically savvy while growing and having fun alongside my city. The city’s energy is electric and positive, and I’m proud to still live here. As big Philly is becoming, it still has a small-town feel.

PT: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

CT: Hobbies outside of work include biking in and around the city, computers and apps and spending time with my family down the shore.

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

CT: I would refer PhillyTemps to anyone looking for work no matter how much experience. Great people and I can’t say enough good things about them.

Ameen P. carries himself with a quiet dignity that is not often seen in people his age. That is part of the reason that we have chosen him as Philly Temps & Perm Employee for the Month for August 2019.

We also considered the 135 assignments he has completed. 135 times he has represented Philly Temps, Philadelphia and himself with respect and professionalism while remaining flexible and positive.

If the name Ameen P. Sounds familiar, it’s because his Father, Ameen SR, held the EOM title in December of 2014. This apple does not fall from the tree when it comes to a great work ethic, however Ameen does not live in his Father’s shadow. He has used his creativity and focus to forge his own path.

Join us in recognizing this remarkable young person. You can read more about his experience here:

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Diving into the unknown with an open mind seems to have worked for the Philly Temps and Perm Employee of the Month for July 2019, Courtney L.

A BS in Marketing from Penn State led Courtney to a Digital Marketing Campaign for a boutique hotel in New Orleans and a stint as an Engagement Coordinator for a community Farm in San Jose before bringing her to Philadelphia.

Philly Temps is glad she made the journey. You can read more about Courtney here:

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Courtney L (CL): After graduating from Penn State University last May, I decided to move in with my sister Kaitlyn. I officially made the move in the Fall so I’ve been here for about 9 months now. My family lives in California so I have had a lot to get used to living in the City. I love walking everywhere!

PT: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

CL: I enjoy spending time outdoors: hiking, kayaking, swimming, just being around nature and near any body of water. I am also an avid yogi — I especially enjoy going to hot yoga even in the summer, but man it’s hot! All in all, I try to spend my free time enjoying life to the fullest by learning new skills, as well as, traveling and immersing myself in new cultures. I really hope to travel more in the future!

PT: How did you hear about Philly Temps?

CL: I heard about Philly Temps after searching for temp agencies on Google, actually. My mom was a big advocate for using a temp agency especially being from out of state and not knowing many people in the city. Ultimately she urged me to apply. She said she had a “good feeling” about it, I finally listened to her and applied. Then Stef reached out for an interview and got me my current job. I guess my mom was right about that feeling!

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

CL: I did not have a lot of professional work experience prior to working with Philly Temps. The summer after my junior year in college I completed an internship with an organization called Veggielution in my home town San Jose, CA. Also, I worked as a barista at Starbucks after graduating from college. However, my lack of professional experience made finding a job difficult, but Philly Temps filled that void. Stef said my skills were strong and promised to find me an opportunity with room to grow. I can say she definitely

CL: One of my most memorable experiences would have to be when Stef showed up at our office on administrative appreciation day with cookies for all the employees. The gesture was extremely thoughtful and made me thankful to be working for Philly Temps. Working with Philly Temps allows me to step outside my comfort zone and embrace a completely new industry.

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

CL: As I gain more experience, I realize how strong my interpersonal and problem-solving skills are. I can see myself working as a project manager coming up with creative and innovative solutions to solve customer problems. I have always bee

n good at gathering research, interpreting data, and collaborating to come up with the best options. In order to reach this goal, I need to continue to grow my work portfolio by engaging in diverse, interesting projects that showcase my ability to adapt. Through my time with Philly Temps and The Altitude Group, I now have the confidence to pursue greater career opportunities.

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

CL: Do not let fear hold you back and embrace the unknown! In the words of every finance person out there, “the higher the risk, the higher the reward.” Honestly, it’s true. I was afraid to work with Philly Temps at first. I could not stop thinking what if I do not like the job — or what if it is not the right fit for me? The employees at Philly Temps take the time to listen to you and your goals, they evaluate your strengths, and as long as your honest with them they will find a position that fits what you are looking for. Yes, starting at a new job can be scary, but remember Philly Temps has your back no matter what!

Honestly, I started my current job knowing very little about the company, but I put my faith in Stef and Philly Temps and I know I made the right choice.

When we think about team spirit and loyalty, one of the first names that comes to mind is Michael M., which is why he is the Philly Temps & Perm Employee of the Month for June 2019.

Michael may be quiet, but he is also diligent, professional, engaged, flexible and ready to do what it takes to get the job done.

It is just over two years since we first met Michael and it is high time we gave him ‘three cheers’ for a job well done.

Philly Temps (PT): Thank you for Being our Employee of the Month for June, 2019

Michael M. (MM): I would like to thank everyone at Philly Temps for selecting me as Employee of the Month. It is an honor and I am grateful for the kind and professional treatment I have received from all of the staff at Philly Temps. This is a first class organization and I am glad to be a part of it.

PT:How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

MM: All of my Life

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

MM: I have done clerical work in offices, loss prevention in a retail store and some temp work. Most recently, I spent 16 years shipping computer software for a small internet business.

Pt: How did you hear about Philly Temps?

MM: I did a google search for employment agencies and was very impressed with the reviews of Philly Temps.

MM: I think it would probably be working the Lightfair International convention in 2017. It was my first assignment and John offered me a line monitor position. At first, I was a little hesitant to accept it, but I did and was pleasantly surprised. I enjoyed interacting with the attendees and was treated well by the Philly Temp supervisors.

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

MM: I would eventually like to get back to doing clerical office work but working for Philly Temps has taught me that liking your job is probably the most important thing.

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

MM: Get to work early. Take your job seriously. Keep an open mind. Learn information so you can answer questions. Be friendly with your co-workers as they can share their knowledge. Have high expectations for yourself and you will succeed.

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The Philly Temps employee of the month for May 2019 is Allessia B. and we could not be more excited for you to meet her! Why? Because she brings enthusiasm, a smile to every situation, and who does not need that these days.

Whether it is 5 AM at the convention center working registration, 10 AM at the Wells Fargo on 76ers Game Days or any of the many reception shifts she has taken, Allessia starts and ends each day with a positive attitude, a kind word and a ‘let’s get this done’ demeanor which is contagious.

We get the impression that nothing can bring her down, so we are glad to raise her up as an example of hard work.

Here we get to know Allessia a little better.

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Allessia B. (AB): I have lived in Philadelphia, PA for 21 years.

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

AB: I was a Special Education Teacher with the School District of Philadelphia and retired in 2013. I am a people person and so in 2014 I landed a 2-days-a-week job with the Free Library of Philadelphia as a Seasonal Library Assistant.

AB: The most memorable was working the National School Board Association convention in which Angela Davis was a guest speaker. She was my hero when I was a teenager. Also my youngest daughter’s was a student of The American School, a home school

association. They had a booth at the convention. My daughter graduated from the shcool and went to college in NC!

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

AB: After working (Many) years, 9-5, I have no more career goals. I have life goals: continue my community service work assisting people to satisfy their spiritual needs by reading the Bible; become fluent in Swahili and take a trip to Africa; learn to crochet; keep walking and be a help to my family and friends.

I have immediate goals of going to Europe this summer and Israel in November

PT: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

AB: I touched on it in question 5. I like to perform community service work, travel, learn Swahili and Spanish and work for Philly Temps. Oh, and sleep!

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

AB: Do your best on your assignments, smile and be kind to the people we meet. Be encouraging. You may say something or do something for another person that makes them change their mind from doing harm to themselves or others. Truth be told.

The Philly Temps & Perm Employee of the Month for April 2019 is a lot of things, but foolish is not one of them. Dedicated, hardworking, funny, polite and engaged are all better words to describe Mark L. AND he is from the same town where Smarties Candy are made. THAT is kismet when you realize how intelligent Mark is.

Mark has been representing us since 2014 and it is high time, we were smart enough to acknowledge the great job he does and learn a little more about him.

Marks positive attitude consistently impresses our clients

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

When we first met with Tremayne P., we knew he was prompt, we knew he was polite, and we knew he was pleasant. It could have been his positive attitude or maybe it was the genuine smile he wears so easily and so often.

Since that first meeting Tremayne has show himself to be dedicated, open minded, flexible and willing to find something interesting and fun in any assignment he accepts.

We are excited to name him as Employee of the Month for March 2018 and we can not wait to see the great things he will accomplish in the future.

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Tremayne P (TP): I’ve lived in Philadelphia for a little over 5 years.

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

TP: My prior work experience was a concession-ist at Regal Entertainment Group.

PT: How did you hear about Philly Temps?

TP: I heard about Philly Temps through Reddit and Indeed!

PT: Please share a memorable experience working for Philly Temps.

TP: A memorable experience I had working for Philly Temps was when I was introduced to Lansdale, PA. My job had allowed me to visit new areas around the greater Philadelphia area such as Lansdale and helped me discover new places that I’ve already have gone back and explored, especially for food.

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

TP: My long-term career goal is to work on modernizing businesses as a Computer Engineer.

PT: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

TP: Outside of work, I’m a huge foodie and take lots of pictures for Google Maps as Philly’s Local Guide!

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

TP: I would let a prospective candidate know that there’s always something for them at Philly Temps and that no day is really the same so there’s always something to look forward to!

1 interview, 2 languages, 74 assignments, 179 texts, 2 Batmans (that’s right), 1 son referred for work, and 12 social media action shots. Add the countless friends made and the myriad smiles shared and it totals Stephanie W., the Philly Temps & perm Employee of the Month for February 2019.

It may be impossible to quantify the full value Stephanie brings to the team with her work ethic. She knows when to listen, when to ask questions, and what questions to ask. She has an ability to envision each clients plan and instinctively know how to best execute it. Perhaps most important of all: she quietly insists that everyone get along and keep a positive attitude while on assignment.

Thank you Stephanie for all that you do and for taking the time to answer some questions for us, we appreciate you!

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Stephanie W. (SW): Since January 2007.

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

SW: I am a former Substance Abuse Counselor and after School Teacher for at-risk youth in both my birthplace of the Bronx, N.Y. and my new hometown of Philadelphia, PA.

PT: How did you hear about Philly Temps?

SW: A friend of mine saw the recruiting event for the Freshman Welcome on Craigslist and informed me.

SW: The Freshman Welcome is my all-time favorite. However, the International Association of Police where I was able to meet police officers from around the world and Shaquille O’Neal was a wonderful experience also. All jobs I’ve been assigned to have been absolutely wonderful. The clients who hire us and the IT folks from Experient are the absolute best!!

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

SW: I’ve accomplished so many different things that I’ve become settled with my assignments from Philly Temps. My goal is to always do and be my best to, and for, everyone I come in contact with. I’m happy with my supervisors and co-workers.

PT: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

SW: Spending time with my loving and supportive sister Virginia and my two youngest children:Raymond who I’ve had the pleasure of being on a few assignments with and will be 21 in just a few days,and my phenomenal daughter Candy who just turned SWEET 16, and getting to know a new me!!

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

SW: Work diligently; go above and beyond for all clients so they’ll always want to hire US as a team. Interact with and get to know your co-workers who can be very helpful in leading you when given a new assignment. Learn to speak German with Tina, and always have a comeback for John’s crazy sense of humor!!

Meet the Philly Temps & Perm Employee of the Month for December 2018, Katie M.

Before moving to Philadelphia earlier this year, Katie had spent much of her time earning a living by making a difference. She has made a lasting impression on the Philly Temps Team by being professional, polite and positive and we are excited to get to know her a little better.

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Katie M. (KM): I have lived in Philadelphia for four months–I moved here from Boston in August.

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

KM: My background is in the nonprofit sector, where I worked on issues from climate change to homelessness. My most recent full-time position was as the membership and resource development manager for an international association of private funders dedicated to preventing and ending homelessness.

KM: I’m not sure I have a particular experience to point to (too many to choose from), but Philly Temps’ remarkable responsiveness and constant communication has made them really stand out in my eyes.

PT: What are your long-term career goals?

KM: I would love to eventually work in philanthropy. I have been lucky to have the opportunity to spend a lot of time learning from incredible grantmakers from across the US and beyond. It is a dream of mine to one day work for a foundation that is dedicated to using their funds in creative, catalytic ways to create systemic change.

PT: What are your hobbies and interests outside of work?

KM: Outside of work, I love to read, paint, and garden.

PT: What advice can you give to prospective candidates that want to work with Philly Temps?

What do you do when the short-term assignment you accepted from a temp agency is completed?

If You’re Joseph S., then you expand your horizons and make yourself available to possibilities.

That’s how he got to work in data entry for a company making change, That’s how he worked at convention helping Exhibitors connect with new clients, that’s how he got to be a secret shopper for a real estate company trying to impress investors, that’s how he got to welcome University Freshman starting their educational journey and that’s how he got to be the Philly Temps & Perm Employee of the Month for November 2018.

Joseph’s positive attitude and willingness to accept new concepts is not only impressive, it’s contagious. Everyone who has worked with him has ended their day with a smile and a feeling that anything is possible.

We can not thank Joseph enough for his flexibility, his professionalism and his dedication to a job well done.

We also thank for him for answering some questions that let us get to know him a little better.

Philly Temps (PT): How long have you lived in the Philadelphia, PA area?

Joseph S. (JS): I have lived in Philadelphia for two years.

PT: What was your work experience prior to working with Philly Temps?

JS: Prior to Philly Temps, I worked primarily at Target, snagging whatever temp work I could on the side.